Pronunciation: /seɪ/
noun an act of speaking or expressing something verbally
A1 She didn't like what he had to say.
A2 I couldn't hear what you were trying to say.
B1 The sayings of the wise man were passed down through generations.
B2 The famous author's latest say on the matter caused quite a stir.
C1 His say in the decision-making process was highly valued by the team.
C2 The politician's say in the matter carried a lot of weight in the final decision.
verb to speak or communicate something verbally
A1 She says hello every morning.
A2 He said he would call me later.
B1 They say that practice makes perfect.
B2 I said I didn't want to go, but they insisted.
C1 Experts say that climate change is a pressing issue.
C2 The CEO said the company's profits had doubled in the last quarter.
formal The professor always emphasizes the importance of citing reliable sources, saying it is crucial for academic integrity.
informal My mom always says I should eat my vegetables if I want to grow up big and strong.
slang I heard Jenny say that she's totally over her ex-boyfriend and ready to move on.
figurative Actions speak louder than words, so no matter what you say, your behavior will ultimately reveal the truth.
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